Trump's '5 for 5!' tweet had Twitter users hilariously decoding its meaning

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Trump's '5 for 5!' tweet had Twitter users hilariously decoding its meaning

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Trump's '5 for 5!' tweet had Twitter users hilariously decoding its meaning

5 for 5!

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By Nicole Gallucci2018-08-08 17:02:58 UTC

Something out there is winning, according to President Donald Trump's Twitter account. But for a brief time Wednesday morning, we were just a bit confused as to what or whom.

On Wednesday morning, Trump tweeted the following (refreshingly short) eight-character message to his followers: "5 for 5!"

But because he didn't provide any context in the tweet itself, Twitter users did what they do best and turned the simple message into a fun and slightly over-the-top meme.

One person suggested this was Trump's way of announcing that he's seen all the Shrek films, while another was sure this had something to do with his lunch order, and a few thought it could be the number of people in Trump's orbit found guilty of crimes. The possibilities are nearly endless.

What is: How many members of the G-7 Trump tried to and succeeded at alienating?

— James Koffler (@james_koffler) August 8, 2018

Well, we certainly know it's NOT that he's eaten 5 of his daily fruit and veggies servings.

— Deborah Muller (@DeborahMullerAZ) August 8, 2018

While memes are fun, Trump was likely referring to the special elections that took place around the country on Tuesday. Four (not five) of his tweets from the previous day congratulated Republicans in Ohio, Michigan, and Missouri for their wins.

.....Congratulations to Troy Balderson on a great win in Ohio. A very special and important race!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 8, 2018

Congratulations to a future STAR of the Republican Party, future Senator John James. A big and bold victory tonight in the Great State of Michigan - the first of many. November can’t come fast enough!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 8, 2018

Congratulations to Bill Schuette. You will have a Big win in November and be a tremendous Governor for the Great State of Michigan. Lots of car and other companies moving back!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 8, 2018

Congratulations to Josh Hawley on your big Senate Primary win in Missouri. I look forward to working with you toward a big win in November. We need you in Washington!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 8, 2018

Though Trump appears to have been bragging about wins for five candidates he endorsed, the races in Ohio and Kansas were still considered "too close to call" on Wednesday. After his "5 for 5!" tweet, he went on to claim that "as long as I campaign and/or support Senate and House candidates (within reason), they will win!"

The Republicans have now won 8 out of 9 House Seats, yet if you listen to the Fake News Media you would think we are being clobbered. Why can’t they play it straight, so unfair to the Republican Party and in particular, your favorite President!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 8, 2018

As long as I campaign and/or support Senate and House candidates (within reason), they will win! I LOVE the people, & they certainly seem to like the job I’m doing. If I find the time, in between China, Iran, the Economy and much more, which I must, we will have a giant Red Wave!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 8, 2018

One notable exception: his endorsement of Roy Moore. I think we all remember how that turned out.

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August 8, 2018 at 12:08PM